Columbia, South Carolina to Merritt Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Merritt Island?

The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Merritt Island is 390.3 miles (628.2 km) as the crow flies. Merritt Island is located S of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 468.4 miles, taking about 9h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina and Merritt Island in Florida.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, South Carolina and Merritt Island. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.